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The Level Set - December 10, 2025

The Level Set - December 10, 2025

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December 10, 2025

 

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Updates & Events

Urgent Update for Market Watch Webinar

A technical issue between GrowthZone and GoTo Webinar deleted all registrations for the December 17 Market Watch session. GoTo is working to recover the list but for now, all attendees must re-register. Please disregard any previous confirmation or join links.

 

Build a Stronger Sales Offense Next Year

Kick off 2026 with a high energy workshop led by Bradley Hartmann. This 1.5 day experience helps sales teams think differently, simplify their approach, and take control of the sales game.

  • Rapid fire sessions and real world exercises
  • Modern sales offense built around clarity and confidence
  • Ideal for sales managers and OSRs


Register your team today.

Air Raid Sales Offense Workshop
February 26–27 | Minneapolis

Air Raid Sales Offense Workshop
March 25-26 |Olathe

 

Dealers to D.C. Grants Now Open

NLBMDA has launched Dealers to D.C., a new grant program helping more LBM dealers participate in the 2026 Legislative Fly-In. Ten $750 advocacy grants will support travel and registration for members who haven’t attended recently. Add your voice in Washington this March.

 

Join Us at BizCon North and South

Book Your Hotel Room Before the Deadline!

Join us at BizCon North or BizCon South! Now is the time to reserve your hotel room. Booking early ensures you receive the group rate and stay conveniently onsite for seminars, exhibits, and networking.

St. Cloud, MN | January 20–21, 2026

Altoona, IA | February 3–4, 2026

Best Western Kelly Inn – $119 + tax
Cutoff Date: January 9, 2026
Booking Options
Call: (320) 253-0606
BOOK ONLINE

Prairie Meadows Hotel – $149 + tax
Cutoff Date:  January 17, 2026
Booking Options

  • Call: (515) 967-1000
  • BOOK ONLINE
  • Group Code: BLD0226
  • Password: 863005311
 
 

Resource of the Month

Protect Your Business with Federated Insurance

BLD Connection partners with Federated Insurance to offer members industry leading insurance solutions tailored to the needs of retail lumber and building supply businesses. Federated provides specialized programs that include Property and Casualty coverage, Workers’ Compensation, Risk Management support, and Estate and Succession Planning services.


To explore how Federated Insurance can support and strengthen your business as a BLD Connection member, visit www.federatedinsurance.com or contact Cody at cody@bldconnection.org or 763-595-4052.

Classifieds

 

CLARK FORKLIFT FOR SALE 


2022 Clark S35L forklift in excellent condition

$30,000 

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• Full cab with heat – perfect for year-round use.
• Lift capacity: 6,300 lbs.
• Low hours: 671 (still in service, so hours will go up slightly).
• Well-maintained and ready to work.
• Fork positioner
• Sideshift

This forklift is dependable, comfortable, and powerful enough for heavy lifting jobs. Ideal for warehouse, yard, or industrial use.


Call Isaac Rutten for details
(218) 535-1453

 

LUMBERYARD PROPERTY FOR LEASE 


221 South Street, Pella, Iowa
$3,200/month + taxes & insurance


Property Highlights:

  • 9,000+ SF Office/Showroom
  • Multiple warehouse buildings (1,500–4,900+ SF each)
  • Flexible space, excellent visibility, and access

Click HERE to view flyer with full details

 

Classified ads are available to retail members. To place an ad, contact Melanie at melanie@bldconnection.org or call (763) 595-4050.


Suppliers/Associate members - for advertising opportunities contact Erica Nelson at (763) 497-1778 or erica.nelson@ewald.com.

 

Northwestern Lumber Association and Mid-America Lumbermens Association are now BLD Connection. Read About Our Transformation!

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